1969 Ferrari Dino vs. 1983 Volvo 740
To start off, 1983 Volvo 740 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1983 Volvo 740. (180 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1983 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Volvo 740 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1969 Ferrari Dino.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1983 Volvo 740 (260 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ferrari Dino. (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1983 Volvo 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ferrari Dino | 1983 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | Dino | 740 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2419 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
